Getting started with building Gutenberg blocks and Gutenberg apps can feel like climbing a steep hill — and you’re not alone in thinking that.
One of the biggest challenges in Gutenberg development is setting up the development environment. From installing the right tools to configuring everything properly, the process can be overwhelming — especially if you’re new to the game.
And here’s the catch: you’ll need to have a strong grip on the following to build even a basic custom Gutenberg block:
JavaScript Node.js React Redux
Yes, these are the must-have ingredients in the recipe for WordPress block success.
While the WordPress Block Editor Handbook offers a ton of helpful info for WordPress development, it’s easy to get lost in that sea of technical details. It’s like trying to drink from a firehose — valuable, but hard to digest.
Here’s the good news: once your block editor environment is set up and you understand the core concepts, creating custom Gutenberg blocks becomes a lot smoother.
Gutenberg Block Development Prerequisites
Before diving into this Gutenberg tutorial, let’s talk about what you’ll need to get started.
The good news? You don’t need to be a full-stack genius.
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